Head-to-head · Remote Desktop Software
TeamViewer Remote vs AnyDesk
TeamViewer Remote leads on 0 checks, AnyDesk on 1, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreTeamViewer Remote · 9.4/10
- Free planboth
- Free trialonly TeamViewer Remote
TeamViewer Remote scores higher on our rubric for remote desktop software: 9.4 against 9.1 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #4.
AnyDesk leads on managed devices: 100 devices versus 3 devices.
TeamViewer Remote is the better fit for established teams needing integrations and AI. AnyDesk is the better fit for established teams needing endpoint management.
- TeamViewer Remote fits best
Established teams needing integrations and AI
- AnyDesk fits best
Established teams needing endpoint management
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Side by side
| Feature | TeamViewer Remote 9.4/10 Visit ↗ | AnyDesk 9.1/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.4 | 9.1 |
| Ranking | #2 in Remote Desktop Software | #4 in Remote Desktop Software |
| Best for | Established teams needing integrations and AI | Established teams needing endpoint management |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | — | — |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | 14 days | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile | Cloud, Self-hosted, Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Web |
| Support | Email, Live chat, Phone, Tickets, Docs · 24/7 | Tickets, Live chat, Phone, Docs |
| Compliance | SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, 2FA | ISO 27001, GDPR, 2FA |
| Integrations | 8 integrations | 6 integrations |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features TeamViewer Remote 3/3 · AnyDesk 3/3 | ||
| File transfer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Session recording | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mobile apps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Access mode | Both | Both |
| Supported platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, ChromeOS | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, ChromeOS, web browser |
| Managed devices | 3 devices | 100 devices (best) |
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| Our verdict | TeamViewer Remote is a remote desktop and IT support platform for individuals, IT teams, and enterprises. It combines attended remote support with unattended access to computers and servers, making it suitable for help desks, distributed… Read the review → |
AnyDesk provides remote desktop access for individuals, IT teams, support organizations, and businesses. It supports interactive sessions that require user approval as well as unattended access using password authentication. Core… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
TeamViewer Remote — where it wins
- Supports attended support and unattended remote access
- Seven integrations include ServiceNow, Jira, and Microsoft Teams
- AI assists with troubleshooting and session documentation
Where it doesn't
- Its broad feature set may exceed basic support needs
- Paid subscriptions are billed annually
- Advanced device management may be unnecessary for small teams
AnyDesk — where it wins
- Supports attended and unattended access across desktop and mobile platforms
- Up to 100 managed devices on Solo, with higher tiers reaching 2,000
- Includes recording, access controls, Wake-on-LAN, and file transfer
Where it doesn't
- Professional use requires a paid license; the free plan is for personal use
- All plans are billed yearly, with displayed prices excluding taxes
- Platform-specific limitations apply across supported desktop and mobile clients
- TeamViewer Remote9.4/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial
A mature remote support platform with broad coverage, integrations, and AI features.
Visit TeamViewerFull verdict → - AnyDesk9.1/10 · Free plan
A broad remote-access suite for teams managing attended support and unattended endpoints.
Visit AnyDeskFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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